Comedy Unplugged

Lineup

Headliner

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  Rita Banks
  For more than twenty years, Rita Banks has been lighting up stages across the country with her sharp wit, fearless honesty, and unmistakable charm. A veteran of the stand‑up circuit, Rita has performed in comedy clubs from New York to Los Angeles, earning a reputation for her quick timing and emotionally intelligent humor. Her act blends personal storytelling with social observation, creating a connection that feels both intimate and electric. Audiences describe her as “the friend who tells the truth you didn’t know you needed to hear — and makes you laugh until you cry.” Rita’s television credits include appearances on Comedy Central, The Tonight Show, and several streaming comedy showcases, where her performances have been praised for their warmth and authenticity. Offstage, she’s written for network sitcoms and contributed to comedy podcasts that explore the craft behind the laughs. Whether she’s headlining a packed club or mentoring new comics backstage, Rita brings the same energy that’s defined her career — a mix of heart, humor, and hard‑won perspective that keeps her audiences coming back for more.

Feature

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  Frank Caroline
  For the past seven years, Frank Caroline has been carving out his place in the comedy world with a style that blends sharp observational humor and the kind of everyday chaos everyone recognizes but rarely admits. Starting in small open mics and bar shows, Frank quickly became a favorite for his ability to turn even the most mundane moments into punchlines that land with surprising force. His material pulls from real life — work, relationships, family disasters — delivered with a self‑aware charm that makes audiences feel like they’re in on the joke from the first line.

Emcee

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  Bobby Greenfield